Written by

Samantha Schmidt
saschmidt@gannett.com

One of the biggest signs of the changing seasons can be seen on the trees. Red, yellow and orange leaves are fall institutions, but the summer drought could affect the turning colors this year.

"Predicting fall color is a little bit dangerous," said Purdue Extension forester Lenny Farlee. "It is very much weather-related."

The drought has affected some trees by killing or scorching leaf area, already evident from leaf loss or damage. These sections have a lot less color potential, Farlee said, but rain could initiate recovery. ...